Industry Experts Discuss Workforce Development in Oct. 27 SCN Summit

Find out how to hire, train and speak to today’s youth, how to “sell” the supply chain and industry and what it takes to keep younger employees engaged.

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Workforce development is a pivotal part of any company’s supply chain, regardless if dealing with grocery, pharmaceutical and more.

In fact, a Gartner study reveals supply chain leaders must develop a culture of quality to sustain quality levels during periods of disruption.

In the next SCN Summit, scheduled for Oct. 27, find out how to hire, train and speak to today’s youth, how to “sell” the supply chain and industry and what it takes to keep younger employees engaged.

10 a.m. CST
Track 1: Future Skills Needed in Procurement/Supply Chain
Marisa Brown, senior principal research lead for supply chain management for APQC, will identify the skills future procurement professionals need by category and provide guidance for how organizations can close the gaps.

Noon CST
Track 2: How to Implement Remote Learning in the Supply Chain

Dr. Ian Stewart, executive director of learning Kaplan Performance Academy, discusses the ins and outs of remote learning as it pertains to the supply chain and logistics industry.

2 p.m. CST
Track 3: How to Hire, Train & Retain Young Demand Planning Professionals
Robert Sanders, senior associate of NorthFind Management, will share the key skills needed to identify and train new talent in demand planning.

4 p.m. CST
Track 4: How to Win the Next Generation of Supply Chain Talent
The demand for supply chain talent reached unprecedented heights during the COVID-19 outbreak, but the industry had already been facing a talent shortage. Tom Leeper, Director of Client Services for Sevenstep, will discuss talent acquisition in supply chain and how to win the next generation of this vital workforce.

 

The Supply Chain Network (SCN) Summit is a premier virtual event educating logistics professionals on critical issues impacting the supply chain industry.

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